Preheat the oven to 180°C (top and bottom heat). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Wash the pears under running water and dry them with a paper towel. Cut each pear in half lengthwise and use a teaspoon to remove the seeds (gently scoop out the centers to create a small indentation, do not remove the stem — leave it for aesthetics). Place the halves cut side down on the baking sheet, about 2 cm apart.
Description
A seasonal fusion dessert combining sweet, juicy pears with a delicate, slightly salty touch of white miso and creamy ricotta flavored with matcha. The dish has a contrasting texture: soft, roasted fruits, smooth cream, and a crunchy crumble made of cookies and sesame. The yuzu-honey sauce enhances the freshness of the whole, and an optional scoop of vanilla ice cream adds a luxurious contrast to the warmth of the pears. The fusion is reflected in the Japanese flavors (miso, matcha, yuzu) combined with a classic Italian-Polish cheese cream. Serve warm or at room temperature on plates, garnished with sesame seeds and candied peel — the dessert attracts attention with its vibrant colors (green matcha cream, golden caramel, deep color of roasted pears) and balances sweetness, acidity, and umami.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (16)
- Pear 4 szt.
- White miso (pasteurized) 40 g
- Brown sugar 150 g
- Butter 50 g
- Honey 60 ml
- Yuzu juice (or citrus mix: lemon + grapefruit) 40 ml
- Ricotta (whole milk) 400 g
- 30% heavy cream 200 g
- Powdered sugar 50 g
- Matcha (powder) 8 g
- Digestive biscuits 120 g
- Vanilla (paste or extract) 5 g
- 🌿 Przyprawy
- Salt 0.0 szczypt
- Sesame 30 g
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Vanilla ice cream (optional) 200 g
- Candied orange peel (optional) 30 g
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Preparation steps
Preparing the pears
Miso caramelization
In a small saucepan with a thick bottom, place 100 g of brown sugar. Heat over medium heat without stirring; when the sugar starts to melt at the edges, use a silicone spatula to gently push the melted sugar towards the center. Once all the sugar turns amber (about 6-8 minutes), remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately add 25 g of butter and stir vigorously — the caramel will start to bubble (be careful of the steam). After carefully mixing, add 20 g of white miso previously dissolved in 1 tablespoon (15 g) of hot water, and mix vigorously until smooth glaze forms. Add a pinch of salt (1 g).
Baking pears
Brush the halves of the pears evenly with the prepared miso-caramel sauce using a silicone brush. Pour 5-10 g (about a teaspoon) of honey into each half. Place the tray in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes — the pears should be soft when pierced with a fork, but not falling apart; the caramel should slightly brown and shine.
Preparation of yuzu-honey sauce
In a small saucepan, combine yuzu juice (40 ml), the remaining 50 g of brown sugar, and 35 g of honey. Heat over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly (about 4-6 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside to cool — the sauce should have the consistency of a liquid syrup, flowing in a ribbon from the spoon.
Preparation of ricotta-matcha cream
In a large bowl, place the ricotta (400 g) and pass it through a sieve or mix thoroughly with a spoon until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the chilled cream (200 ml) with 30 g of powdered sugar and vanilla (5 g) until fluffy and medium-stable peaks form (whip with a mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until soft peaks appear). To the smooth ricotta, add 3/4 of the whipped cream and gently fold it in with a spatula from the bottom of the bowl upwards to maintain lightness. Reserve the remaining cream for adjusting the consistency. In a small bowl, dissolve 8 g of matcha with 1 teaspoon (about 5 g) of hot water until there are no lumps, then thoroughly pour it into the ricotta mixture. If the cream is too thick, add the remaining whipped cream one tablespoon at a time. The cream should be silky, spoonable, and hold the shape of a quenelle (drop).
Preparation of the biscuit crumble
Crush the biscuits (120 g) in a food processor or place them in a bag and crush with a rolling pin into a coarse crumb. In a non-stick pan, dry roast 30 g of sesame seeds over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until the seeds start to release a delicate nutty aroma and turn golden — stir constantly to prevent burning. In a bowl, combine the crushed biscuits with the toasted sesame seeds. If you like, you can add 10 g of melted butter to make the crumb more buttery — then briefly toast it in the pan until it slightly sticks together.
Finishing and Assembly
Remove the baked pears from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes. On flat plates, place 2-3 tablespoons of crumble (about 30 g each) where the pear will sit — this will create a 'base'. On top of the crumble, place half a pear cut side up, next to it add 2-3 tablespoons of ricotta-matcha cream (use a spoon to shape quenelles — keep the spoon warm, dip it in hot water, and shape the cream), drizzle the pear with a tablespoon of yuzu-honey sauce (about 10-15 g per half). Sprinkle everything with the remaining crumble and a few sesame seeds. Additionally, you can add pieces of candied orange peel (optional) and serve a scoop of vanilla ice cream next to each portion.
Additional tips and decoration
For a 'mirror' effect, dust the cream lightly with sifted matcha through a small sieve (just enough to not overpower the flavor). Arrange thin strips of candied orange peel on the cream for decoration (optional). If you want to add a contrast in temperature, serve a scoop of vanilla ice cream alongside the pear.
Taste control and adjustment
Try the yuzu-honey sauce and cream — if the cream is not sweet enough, add 5 g of powdered sugar and gently fold it in. If the sauce is too sour, add 5-10 g of honey. Adjust the amount of salt in the caramel (minimally) if the overall mixture seems too sweet — salt will enhance the flavor.
Serving
Serve the dessert immediately after assembly to keep the crumble crunchy. There should be a contrast of temperatures on the plate (warm pear + cold cream). Serve on a flat white plate or stone slab to highlight the colors: green cream, golden caramel, and brown crumble.
Fun Fact
Miso is a traditional Japanese soybean paste with a history spanning over 1000 years; when combined with sweet caramel, it creates an interesting umami counterpoint that is increasingly appearing in fusion desserts.
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Tips
Serve the dessert slightly warm (pears) with a cool cream for contrast; you can add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each serving (optional). Serve on light plates, gently sprinkling additional matcha and a few sesame seeds for aesthetics. If preparing in advance, bake the pears just before serving — the cream can be made ahead and chilled.
Store the ricotta-matcha cream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours; stir briefly before serving if it has separated. Baked pears are best served the same day; they can be cooled and reheated in the oven at 160°C for 6-8 minutes before serving. Keep the crumble separately in an airtight container (for up to 3 days) to maintain its crunchiness.
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